Forbes Fava Saville Financial Planning Appoints Gustavo Smarrini as General Manager of Operations

Forbes Fava Saville Financial Planning (FFSFP) has made a significant move by appointing Gustavo Smarrini to the newly created role of general manager of operation. Smarrini will be responsible for strategic planning, business growth, mergers and acquisitions, client communications and engagement, talent recruitment, marketing and public relations, corporate events, and compliance.

Earlier this year, Forbes Fava Financial Planning and Finanalyze Financial Planning merged to form Forbes Fava Saville Financial Planning. FFSFP’s senior financial adviser and chief executive Cameron Forbes emphasized the importance of the general manager role as a crucial link between financial advice provision and business growth. Smarrini’s appointment is expected to strengthen the firm’s position in the financial advice sector.

Forbes praised Smarrini’s extensive financial services experience and ability to support advisory practices in delivering high standards of client advice and operational excellence. The goal is to establish an internal framework that promotes a team-based approach to addressing current and future challenges, making Smarrini’s appointment as GM operations crucial.

Smarrini expressed excitement about joining FFSFP, highlighting the firm’s commitment to managed growth and personalized boutique approach to financial advice. He looks forward to leveraging his experience and collaborating with the FFSFP team to provide professional advice, solutions, and services that meet the evolving needs of clients.

Prior to this role, Smarrini held positions at Insignia Financial and MLC/NAB for over 15 and 14 years, respectively. His appointment signifies an exciting new chapter for FFSFP as they continue to prioritize client-centric financial planning and operational excellence.